Description

Cranberry Pecan Stuffing is a delightful blend of flavors and textures that transforms any meal into a festive gathering. This comforting dish features tender bread cubes, crunchy pecans, and sweet dried cranberries, all harmonized with aromatic herbs for an unforgettable taste. Perfect for Thanksgiving or family dinners, this stuffing will have everyone eagerly coming back for seconds.

Ingredients

Scale

8 cups stale bread cubes (sourdough or French)
1 cup dried cranberries (unsweetened)
1 cup pecans (chopped)
1 medium onion (chopped)
2 stalks celery (chopped)
1 ½ cups low-sodium vegetable broth
2 tbsp fresh thyme (chopped)
2 tbsp fresh sage (chopped)
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a large baking dish.
In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the onion and celery in olive oil until softened (about 5 minutes).
In a large bowl, combine stale bread cubes, sautéed vegetables, cranberries, and pecans; toss gently.
Pour in the vegetable broth and add thyme, sage, salt, and pepper; mix until well coated but not mushy.
Transfer to the baking dish, cover with foil, and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for another 15 minutes until golden.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 250
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 230mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 36g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: Use high-quality bread for more flavor. Feel free to add other nuts or fruits like apples for variation. Prepare ahead of time by refrigerating before baking for up to two days.